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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Pakistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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